Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Aleksandar Nikolloski, stated that advancing rail cargo circulation through Corridor 10 remains a primary national focus. He noted that ongoing political measures are specifically geared toward reinforcing Macedonia’s strategic importance within the regional transport network. Speaking to TV Sitel, Nikolloski highlighted the robust performance of the sector early in the year.
According to figures provided, rail transport experienced significant growth during the initial months. He cited data from the director of NP Hekurudha Transporti, indicating that the cargo segment achieved a 23% growth in goods and an 18% growth in financial services during the first quarter of the year. The Minister emphasized that these positive statistics underscore the commitment to the sector, attributing the growth to substantial ongoing investments.
“You can see that we are investing a lot and that this is our main priority at the moment,” Nikolloski stated. Furthermore, he referenced updates from the director of HM Infrastruktura, Ivanovs, confirming the positive trajectory of infrastructure development supporting transport operations. The stated emphasis on Corridor 10 and the positive metrics for cargo throughput signal a governmental commitment to enhancing the efficiency and capacity of the national rail infrastructure to solidify its regional standing.
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